Arts Flashcards
(11 cards)
What does Sfumato mean in painting?
Adding thin coats of transparent paint so that there are no visible shifts between various hues and tones.
Sfumato is a technique often associated with Leonardo da Vinci.
What is the meaning of Contrapposto?
Counterpoise.
This term often describes a human figure standing with most of its weight on one foot.
What is not associated with the extensive style of harmony and elegance in art?
Functions associated with Renaissance.
The Renaissance is characterized by a revival of classical learning and wisdom.
How is Gian Bernini’s work characterized?
Applies motion of Hellenistic, created during Baroque and shows dramatic action.
Bernini is renowned for his sculptures that convey movement and emotion.
What is Gian Bernini renowned for?
Extreme intensity and vivid style.
His works often include dynamic compositions and rich details.
Who is known as the ultimate Renaissance man?
Leonardo di Ser da Vinci.
Da Vinci was a painter, scientist, and polymath who exemplified the Renaissance humanist ideal.
What are Leonardo da Vinci’s painting techniques based on?
Depth understanding of human anatomy.
This knowledge allowed him to create lifelike figures and dynamic poses.
What does Michelangelo Buonarroti’s artwork evoke?
Great beauty, capable of eliciting a deeply emotional response to the viewer.
Michelangelo’s works often convey a sense of divine beauty and human emotion.
What is the most characteristic emphasis of Baroque art?
More on emotional intensity.
Baroque art often sought to engage the viewer’s emotions.
What was the Renaissance period marked by?
Economic progress.
The Renaissance facilitated advancements in art, culture, and science.
What does the term Baroque derive from?
The word ‘barocco’, which means irregular shaped pearl or stone.
This reflects the ornate and extravagant style of the Baroque period.
